On-demand computing — where the user doesn’t own the software or maintain the server it runs on — has a long history in pharmacy. Increasingly, this model, now known as software as a service (SaaS), is becoming the first choice for number of pharmacies that want to eliminate the time spent maintaining in-store systems. Read about what vendors are offering and how pharmacists are beginning to put SaaS into action every day. Read Story.

The 2008 Retail Buyers Guide features more than 50 profiles of vendors that specialize in Pharmacy Management, Productivity, & Workflow System; Long-Term Care & Assisted Living; Point-of-Sale Systems; Specialized Products & Services.

The word is that 2008 should build on a solid 2007. While the number of pharmacies remains constant, the push to increase efficiency and safety is ramping up. Even taking into consideration the uncertainty that AMP has injected into pharmacy operations, ComputerTalk's annual industry survey found a strong sense of optimism in the technology sector. Read the story .

Workflow has been the pharmacy buzzword for the past few years. We take a look at what workflow entails and the benefits that can be derived from this new prescription-processing model. You will hear what the system vendors have to say about the eatures in workflow systems that are reshaping pharmacy. Read the story .

It isn’t uncommon for pharmacists to decide to replace their pharmacy management system with a system from a new vendor. What are the compelling reasons to switch vendors? What doftware features are pharmacists looking for? With the range of features that can be integrated to suit a particular pharmacy environment, there’s a lot to look at if you decide to go shopping. You will hear what a few pharmacists have to say. Read the story.

Chains continue to pick and choose the technology that will work best in their stores, based on volume. There is certain technology that is becoming the standard of practice. This year’s survey gives you a look at the technology that is in widespread use and the technology that is gaining ground. You will hear what the chains have to say about electronic prescriptions, Part D MTM programs, NPI implementation, medication guides, and more. Read the story.